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Episode Synopsis
Cesare Borgia, born on September 13, 1475, is one of the most enigmatic and controversial figures of the Italian Renaissance, a man whose life of ambition, power, and intrigue captivated his contemporaries and continues to fascinate historians today. As the illegitimate son of Pope Alexander VI, Cesare’s early years were marked by a rise to both ecclesiastical and military power, but his thirst for dominance ultimately led him to abandon the Church and pursue a life of secular conquest. Known for his ruthless tactics and Machiavellian cunning, Cesare’s life became the blueprint for political strategy in Renaissance Italy and inspired Niccolò Machiavelli’s famous work *The Prince*. Despite his short life, Cesare’s legacy endures as a symbol of the darker, more cutthroat side of power during one of Europe’s most vibrant historical eras.
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